Facility: Tempe Diablo Technology Park

Department: Patient Assistance Center

Schedule: Regular FT 40 Hours Per Week

Shifts: Days

Under the direction of the Patient Access Manager, this position is responsible for delivering a high-quality patient experience through inbound and outbound call resolution by performing comprehensive patient access functions associated with scheduling, pre-registration, and registration. Provide excellent customer service, answer patient questions, and route calls to designated staff, as appropriate, to maintain an efficient operational workflow for all patients seeking services throughout Valleywise Health.   Hourly Pay Rate: $18.24 - $26.90   Qualifications Education: Requires a high school diploma or GED. Prefer an associate's degree in Business Administration, Finance, or a related field. Experience: Must have a minimum of one to two (1-2) years of general clerical, customer service, or medical experience, preferably in a healthcare environment. Prefer prior experience in a call center or experience with high-volume patient contact by phone. Prior healthcare registration and or scheduling experience is a plus. Certification/Licensure: Epic certification and HFMA certification are preferred. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Requires the ability to read, write, and speak effectively in English. Bilingual preferred. Must have a working knowledge of Excel and Word. Requires basic data entry, 10-key, and keyboarding skills. Ability to type a minimum of 30 words per minute is desired. Must have the ability to handle multiple complex projects. Excellent written and verbal communication, time management, mentoring, and leadership skills are required. Must have the ability to demonstrate competency in all aspects of billing/collecting rules and regulations for all payers to direct, plan, schedule, and organize work. Must be able to communicate and relate with patients and all hospital staff. Requires the ability to work independently on established policies and procedures within the department. Must have knowledge of Arizona Medicaid programs Medicare, AHCCCS, and other government programs. Knowledge of the federal and state Fair Debt Collection Regulations. Knowledge of the Collections department, including commercial, managed care, work comp, and self-pay guidelines. Requires organizational, general math, and training skills. Requires good patient service skills, interpersonal ability and demonstrated leadership skills to regularly interact with staff and leadership.

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